Definition

Adjective: - Worthy of being recommended or suggested; prudent or wise: Describes an action, decision, or course of conduct that is sensible and likely to have good results, making it suitable to be advised.

Usage

The word "advisable" is used to express that something is a good or sensible idea, often based on practical considerations, safety, or wisdom. It is frequently used in impersonal constructions like "It is advisable to..." to give general recommendations.

Examples

• General Recommendation:

  • It is advisable to book tickets in advance during the holiday season.
  • Wearing a helmet is advisable when riding a bicycle.

• Negative or Cautionary Context:

  • Such a risky investment is not advisable.
  • Extreme caution is advisable when dealing with unknown chemicals.

• With a Clause:

  • I think it advisable that we wait for more information.

Advanced Usage

• "It is advisable (for someone) to do something": A common structure for giving advice.

  • It is advisable for all passengers to arrive at the airport two hours before departure.

• "Deem/consider something advisable": A more formal way to state that something is judged to be wise.

  • The committee did not deem it advisable to proceed with the plan.

Variants and Related Words

• Advisability (noun): The quality of being advisable.

  • The advisability of the proposal was questioned.

• Advised (adjective): Informed or considered (often used in compounds like "well-advised").

  • You would be well-advised to listen to his counsel.

• Adviser/Advisor (noun): A person who gives advice.

Synonyms

• Prudent: Acting with or showing care for the future.
• Sensible: Chosen in accordance with wisdom or prudence.
• Recommended: Officially suggested as being good or suitable.
• Wise: Having or showing experience, knowledge, and good judgment.

Antonyms

• Inadvisable: Not wise or sensible to do; not recommended.
• Foolish: Lacking good sense or judgment; unwise.
• Imprudent: Not showing care for the consequences of an action; rash.

Related Phrases and Idioms

• As advisable: Used to compare the recommended nature of actions.
  • Take as much time as advisable to make your decision.

(Note: "Advisable" itself is not commonly used in phrasal verbs or many idiomatic expressions. Its usage is primarily as a descriptive adjective in recommendations.)

Adjective

1. worthy of being recommended or suggested; prudent or wise
   • such action is neither necessary nor advisable
   • extreme caution is advisable
   • it is advisable to telephone first